Atty. Joe Albert Rivera

Atty. Joe Albert Rivera

Mr. Joe Albert Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal, immigration and naturalization, general practice and 8 other areas of law.

Victoria Victoria 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (361) 333-2455 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joe Albert Rivera at a glance

Joe Albert Rivera is a trusts, citizenship, probate, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Victoria, Texas. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Western District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1989). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of St. Thomas (B.M., 1978). Serands clients in Victoria, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Joe Albert Rivera is a lawyer practicing criminal, immigration and naturalization, general practice and 8 other areas of law
  • Joe received a B.M. degree from University of St. Thomas in 1978, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Joe practices in Victoria, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Joe Albert Rivera's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joe Albert Rivera handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Citizenship & Naturalization

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Victoria are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joe Albert Rivera

Where is Joe Albert Rivera's law office located?
Joe Albert Rivera's law practice is located in Victoria, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joe Albert Rivera handle?
Joe Albert Rivera focuses on trusts, citizenship, probate, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Joe Albert Rivera practiced law?
Joe Albert Rivera has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Joe Albert Rivera go to law school?
Joe Albert Rivera earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.M., 1978).
How can I contact Joe Albert Rivera for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Kansas School of Law
- 1987
B.M.
University of St. Thomas
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Western District Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1989

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